Precision mates
Tolerances and GD&T references.
Precision matesRobotics and Automation
Robotics and automation plastics for motion systems
Automation parts combine tight mates, cable routing, and cosmetic covers on moving assemblies.
Robotics and Automation
Robotics and automation plastics for motion systems
Automation parts combine tight mates, cable routing, and cosmetic covers on moving assemblies.
Lightweight covers still need ribbing to survive handling and shop abuse.
Sensor housings need draft and seal groove clarity on uploaded CAD.
Quote production tooling when the design is frozen for field deploy.
Manufacturing
Quote with sector context on the model
Upload CAD so DFM and material assumptions match how the part is used.
- Note environment: UV, chemicals, or wear surfaces.
- Call out cosmetic faces versus functional mates.
- List expected annual volume even if it is a range.
Robotics and Automation
Why NetProto for robotics and automation programs
Sector priorities mapped to how we quote production tooling.
Snap and latch features
Serviceable covers without screws.
Snap and latch featuresMaterials
Impact and stiffness options.
MaterialsApplications
Common molded part types
Use this list to frame your upload notes.
Robot arm and joint covers
Sensor and camera housings
Controller enclosures and teach pendant shells
Automation line guards and brackets
Workflow
From CAD to repeat production
One hardened steel tool per approved part on qualified programs.
- 1
Show mates and service access
Mark snap directions and cable exits.
- 2
DFM for thin covers
Ribs and draft for stiffness.
- 3
Production tool quote
One steel mold per approved cover.
- 4
Deploy and reorder
Support fleet expansion without MOQ.
Related resources
Program context
Links stay on published hubs only.
Industries hub
All sector pages in one index.
Industries hubDesign guide
DFM rules before tooling.
Design guideMaterials library
Resin guides for your sector.
Materials libraryIndustrial programs
Heavy automation.
Industrial programsDesign guide hub
Full DFM index.
Design guide hubMolded parts library
Part level design notes.
Molded parts libraryDrone frames
Stiff, light arms and bodies with motor mounts.
Drone framesCable management
Clips, chains, and guides that route wiring on moving axes.
Cable managementDrones
Light, stiff airframe parts.
DronesApplications
Typical molded programs
Forge media library images illustrate common part families.
Injection molded part for robotics automation programs
Injection molded part for robotics automation programs
Engineer reviewing molded component design
Engineer reviewing molded component design
Production plastic housing on inspection fixture
Production plastic housing on inspection fixture
FAQ
Buyer questions
Can you hold tight tolerances on covers?
Call out critical mates. Commercial tolerance tables define baseline bands.
Do you mold clear windows?
Note optical faces and material on upload for review.
Next step
Build the next automation enclosure with a clear tooling path
Upload CAD with motion clearance and service access noted.